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Reviews of the Archos 5 (250GB)

  • 8.0

    personal computer world

    By Paul Lester | December 30, 2008

    Review Summary: Despite excellent features and performance, Archos 5 is more expensive than previous models

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  • 8.0

    t3.com

    By Jonathan Parkyn | December 2, 2008

    Review Summary: Fully accessorised, the Archos 5 is a force to be reckoned with, but the basic package is a bit of a tease

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  • 7.0

    asia.cnet.com

    By Donald Bell | November 27, 2008

    Review Summary: . References made to some other products or telcos in this review may not be available or applicable in Asia

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  • No Rating

    reviewed.com

    By Mark Brezinski | November 10, 2008

    Review Summary: The Archos 5 is the latest offering from Archos, and is currently available for $350. The Archos 5 is jam packed with capabilities, but realizing the device's true potential will require a slew of additional purchases. As it is out of the box, the ...

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  • 8.0

    goodgearguide.com.au

    Review Summary: The Archos 5 is a beautifully designed portable video player with a stunning screen and very good audio and video playback.

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Manufacturer: Archos

Part number: 501129

General

  • Device Type Digital AV player
  • Key Features Web browsing, Digital audio player, Digital photo viewer, Digital video player, External HDD function
  • Width 5 in
  • Depth 0.5 in
  • Height 3.1 in
  • Weight 8.8 oz
  • PC Interfaces Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
  • Features PDF viewer, Flash games, E-mail client, Opera web browser, Adobe Flash 9 video support
  • Localization United States

Display

  • Display Type TFT 4.8 in - Color
  • Display Form Factor Built-in
  • TV Standards Supported NTSC, PAL, SECAM
  • TV Output Resolution 720p
  • Display Features Touch screen

Memory / Storage

  • HDD Capacity 250 GB
  • HDD Form Factor Built-in

Still Images

  • Supported Still Images Formats BMP, GIF, PNG, JPEG

Digital Audio

  • Supported audio formats MP3, PCM, WAV, WMA, ADPCM, Protected WMA (DRM)
  • Audio output Built-in speaker
  • Microphone Built-in microphone
  • Digital audio features CBR, VBR

Video

  • Video Playback Formats WMV, MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
  • Video Capture Supported Yes, via DVR station
  • Video Capture Formats MPEG-2, MPEG-4, AVI, WMV, H.264, Motion JPEG
  • Video Capture - 800 x 480

Connectivity

  • Connections Headphones - Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, USB

Battery

  • Required Qty 1
  • Rechargeable Battery Rechargeable
  • Battery Enclosure Type Internal
  • Technology Lithium polymer
  • Capacity Internal - Rechargeable - Lithium polymer
  • Battery Life Details Audio playback - up to 12 hour(s), Video playback - up to 4 hour(s)

Software

  • Software Included Drivers

System Requirements

  • Operating System Linux, MS Windows ME, MS Windows XP, Apple Mac OS X, MS Windows Vista

Miscellaneous

  • Firmware Upgradable Yes
  • Included Accessories USB cable, Cleaning cloth, Stereo headphones

Product Photos

  • OVR
  • PALM
  • BUTTON
  • PURSE

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Archos 5 (250GB)

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5 250GB Black MP3 Player from 1 online store: Lowest Price: $418.99

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